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These stories about senior living and the issues impacting seniors in our community are made possible through the continued support of Sweet Greetings as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Nick Apostle's name is etched on Memorial Cup

Retired Commissioner of Community Services played major role in GFL Memorial Gardens and other projects, helped save the Greyhounds; now serves as school board trustee

Feb 20, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Laughter key to longevity, says 95-year-old Sault woman

'When she laughs it comes from deep within': Mary Turpela enjoys coffee, tea, pulla and the people at the Finnish Resthome

Jan 26, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

'I’m blessed with good legs': Sault woman an inspiration at 101

More than a century old, Reva Ovens has lived each one of those years in Sault Ste. Marie; she credits her active lifestyle and positive attitude for her longevity

Dec 22, 2023 11:15 AM Read more >

Former Toronto banker Kornell living the Sault outdoor dream

Mike Kornell, longtime Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club member and volunteer, enjoys outdoor activities and sports in the Sault and around the world

Nov 20, 2023 10:00 AM Read more >

Age not a factor for Sault’s newest pedaling initiative

Coming to the Sault next spring, Cycling Without Age will take seniors and residents with limited mobility for free rides on an electric pedal-assisted bike

Oct 17, 2023 9:18 AM Read more >

Closed no more: Buyer emerges for historic general store near Thessalon

Little Rapids General Store enters a fresh chapter in its 133-year history, with new owner Kathy Mroz intending to carry on the traditions and customs 'by keeping the store as is'

Sep 25, 2023 4:11 PM Read more >

Life after Ernie’s: Look at what Chuck Febbraro is doing now

Longtime cook at Ernie’s Coffee Shop now retired, plays in Royal Canadian Legion band, volunteers for veterans

Aug 21, 2023 9:00 AM Read more >

Retired cop stays busy as hospital employee, enjoys meeting people

The Sault’s Rob Gioia has served the community as a police officer, delivery driver and now a hospital porter; devotes much time to metal detecting, exploring Sault's history

Jul 22, 2023 9:00 AM Read more >

Michael Burtch remains a creative force on the Sault’s art scene

Exhibition and performance entitled Black Water, Sunken Cathedral will take place at Heliene in August

Jun 26, 2023 1:19 PM Read more >

Goulais pastor finds new meaning in childhood surgery that saved his life

Now 72, Werner Peters was a baby destined for a new life in Canada when he suddenly fell ill — forcing the boat to take an unexpected detour toward a St. John’s hospital

May 31, 2023 8:45 AM Read more >

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